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Message From The Editor
Rights, freedoms and responsibilities of boating
From my earliest memories as a child, I felt that going out in the boat brought a great sense of freedom. Boating safety and parental guidance were not so much in focus back then. I don’t recall having a life jacket and I don’t recall being taught how to row or sail my dinghy. I just saw what my parents did and copied that. I could take the boat out on Lake Simcoe once I was strong enough to push it off the beach and into the lake. I did that at every opportunity and the sense of freedom and adventure was truly memorable.
That sense of freedom and adventure is something I think boaters still enjoy and cherish but we have more rules now. Some of them make very good sense. Engine cut-off switches are now standard equipment but from my experiences reviewing power boats down in Florida, I have often been a passenger in a centre console with 500+ horsepower that could bast past 50 mph easily. The helmsman demonstrating the boat rarely attached the lanyard for the engine cut-off switches. More rare than that is having the captain explain the boat’s safety features. I suppose they assume I’m an experienced boater and a professional but then, every boat is different and many have new systems. Don’t you think it would be a great idea to do a safety briefing before we take off?
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Andy Adams, Editor
aadams@kerrwil.com
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Feature
Eric Fetchko Wins 2025 Eddie Smith Manufacturer of the Year Award from Center for Sportfishing Policy
Dometic Marine Segment President Eric Fetchko was honoured with the 2025 Eddie Smith Manufacturer of the Year Award during the American Boating Congress Industry Lunch, held recently in Washington, D.C. and hosted by the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association. READ MORE |
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Pace Inflatable Boats Partners with Sail Canada and Yamaha to Support National Sailing Team
Canadian manufacturer Pace Inflatable Boats has partnered with Sail Canada and Yamaha-Motor Canada to become the official coach boat of the Canadian National Sailing Team. Pace Marine, which specializes in commercial and recreational Rigid aluminum Hulled Inflatable Boats (RHIBs), will supply Sail Canada with an all-new Pace Arrow 580 RHIB... READ MORE |
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Changing Scene
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BRP Design & Innovation Team is Red Dot: Design Team of the Year 2025
BRP, a global leader in powersports products, propulsion systems and boats, has been awarded the prestigious title “Red Dot: Design Team of the Year 2025”. The title recognizes BRP’s longstanding commitment to innovative and solution-driven design, and its pursuit of creating the ultimate, well-balanced consumer experience.
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Yacht Solutions Appointed North American Sales Representative for the LeBoat Ownership Program
YACHT Solutions, a premier name in the recreational marine industry, has been appointed to oversee North American sales for the Le Boat Ownership Program. Headquartered in Canada, YACHT Solutions brings over two decades of experience in yacht sales, brokerage, and fractional ownership programs. Known for its consultative approach and factory-direct pricing...
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Events
The Orillia In-Water Boat Show is Back!
Explore the latest in watercraft right at the docks of beautiful Port lore the latest in watercraft right at the docks of beautiful Port of Orillia! READ MORE |
Informa Announces First Annual Windy City Boat & Yacht Show
Chicago’s Premier In-Water Boat Show to Debut at Burnham Harbor in June 2026. On May 15, 2025, Informa Markets, together with the Chicago Park District , Chicago Harbors, and Suntex Marina, announced the launch of the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show, set to debut June 11-14, 2026, at Chicago’s Burnham Harbor. Leveraging the success of its renowned shows, Informa Markets. READ MORE |
Date Correction for the 33rd Annual Wooden Boat Show in Mystic Seaport, CT
We seem to have drifted off course in our last email and dropped anchor on the wrong date. Whoops! The navigational charts have been updated, the crew’s been informed, and we’re back on the right heading. Correct Date: June 27-29, 2025. Thanks for bearing with us as we patch the sails. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard on the right day this time. READ MORE |
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Education
RCYC Junior Club Celebrates 100 Years
This summer, The Royal Canadian Yacht Club is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Junior Club. The RCYC was established in 1852 on Toronto Island and the Junior Club in 1925. Since its founding a century ago, the Junior Club has been a place where young sailors learn and excel.
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People
8 Bells: Pat Healy
Sail Canada shares with the Canadian sailing community the passing of International Sailing Official, Coach, Mentor and Sailor Pat Healy on May 17. Pat Healy had been an International Judge since 1990 and an International Umpire. He had also acted as a US Sailing and Sail Canada Judge since 1981. He served at seven Olympic and Paralympic Games – four as a coach and three as a judge.
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Calendar
The Boating Industry Canada News Week Digest calendar helps you plan ahead for the greatest personal benefit by attending events such as Distributor Shows, Industry Conferences, and of course, Boat Shows.
Check the Calendar for the latest Event Listings and their websites for details.
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